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Firefighters battle to contain raging wildfire in Arizona
Firefighters are battling to contain a raging wildfire in Arizona.The Wildcat Fire started in the Tonto National Forest, east of Scottsdale on Saturday (18 May), leading to the closure of several roads in the area.Sharing footage of the blaze, Scottsdale Fire posted on X on Sunday: “A wildfire, named the Wildcat Fire, sparked in the Tonto National Forest East of Scottsdale Saturday, leading to the closure of Bartlett Dam Road. “The fire is currently estimated to be 5,000 acres and there is no word on containment progress.”
Dump truck crash in East Valley shuts down major highway transition ramp
MESA, Ariz. — Heads up drivers, a dump truck crash in the East Valley has shut down the westbound transition ramp from Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway to both northbound and southbound Loop 101. The crash happened shortly after 3 a.m. on Monday when the dump truck struck a...
We tried Dave's Not Chicken and you should too
You probably know Dave's for hot chicken, but the L.A.-based chain is now leaning into not chicken, aka breaded cauliflower meant to emulate the crispy fried meat they're known for.The big picture: Dave's Hot Chicken started switching up its branding last year to "Dave's NOT Chicken" to celebrate its new meatless options at certain locations.Among the veggie options now available at the Gilbert and north Phoenix locations are cauli-sliders and cauli-tenders.State of play: My husband is a vegetarian who had the good fortune of trying the Chick-fil-A Cauliflower Sandwich during its limited release in Denver last year. He loved it...
Tempe Police Investigate Early Morning Fatal Shooting Near Scottsdale and McKellips Roads
Earlier today, a fatal shooting occurred near Scottsdale and McKellips roads in Tempe, prompting a police investigation into the incident. Tempe police were dispatched to the area at approximately 12:30 a.m., following reports of gunfire, according to ABC15. On arrival, they discovered a victim lying in the roadway who, despite attempts at life-saving measures, succumbed to their injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Arizona police agencies form task force to investigate use-of-force, police shootings
Eight East Valley police agencies are poised to create a regional task force that will streamline investigations of use-of-force cases and shootings involving officers. The East Valley Critical Incident Response Team will consist of police from Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Queen Creek, Scottsdale and Tempe. ...
Vehicle thefts reported at local hotel
Lamar, Pa. – Two travelers were robbed between May 17 and May 18 as they stayed overnight at the Lamar Hampton Inn Hotel on Hospitality Lane, Clinton County. A 47-year-old from Waynesburg, KY, and a 72-year-old from Mesa, AZ reported to police that their cars were broken into between 10:30 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Saturday. The actor(s) broke into a 2009 Dodge 1500 Ram Promaster and a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and took luggage, food items, tools, and other valuables, according to the report. Police said the vehicles were locked at the time. PSP Lamar is asking anyone with information about the vehicle thefts at the hotel to call 570-726-6000.
Arizona couple wins new kitchen from Spencer’s TV & Appliance
Spencer’s TV & Appliance prides itself on offering an extensive selection of home appliances, electronics, and mattresses. Whether you’re upgrading your kitchen, enhancing your entertainment setup, or improving your sleep quality, they’ve got you covered. Additonally, customers can enter for a chance to win prizes every spring....
High-rise apartment proposed at former Tempe college bar site
A high-rise student housing tower proposed on the site of a shuttered, formerly popular college bar in Tempe could face an uphill battle for approval after an icy reception from a city commission. Landmark Properties, a Georgia-based real estate firm that specializes in off-campus student housing, is proposing a 21-story...
Here’s why Metro Phoenix commute is 22 hours shorter per year
If you feel like your commute around Metro Phoenix has gotten shorter, you’re not just imagining it. : Here are the 10 best commuter cities near Phoenix. Despite a nationwide increase in the average daily commute, Mesa commuters have seen a 10.6% decrease in their daily commute time, according to a new study by business resource LLC.org.
Mesa uses app for residents to report graffiti after the issue's uptick
MESA, Ariz. - Mesa is dealing with an uptick in graffiti. First, in the west part of the city, and now on the east side too. The city offers an app to residents where they can report graffiti sightings and crews will come out to remove it. "We go out...
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